Known for her "heartwarming, gently sensual" (Library Journal) novels, New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson brings us another emotionally compelling story about the hard-as-nails, fiercely loyal Harrigan family.

Faking her own death is the only way Rainie Hall can hope to escape her brutal, murderous husband. Now, with a new identity, she finds refuge in the rural community of Crystal Falls, Oregon, where she starts work on a horse ranch run by rugged, dangerously good-looking Parker Harrigan.

Parker's word is his honor, and he can't tolerate liars. When he realizes that Rainie hasn't been truthful with him, he's furious, then concerned. Clearly she's a woman in trouble, and if she'll trust him, he'll do right by her. But as their initial attraction blossoms into a deep and thrilling passion, Rainie fears that she can never escape retribution from the man who has sworn to kill her. Parker swears to protect Rainie no matter what, but even he can't help wondering whether all his strength and ingenuity can save the love of his life from a determined psychopath....

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Raine Hall will do whatever it takes to escape her brutally abusive and murderous husband; lie, cheat, even fake her own death. Now she's taking her new identity and looking for a place to hide when she comes across Crystal Falls, Oregon and rancher Parker Harrigan. Parker is as honest as the day is long and hates liars. He is angry then worried when he finds out that “Anne” has been deceiving him and that she is hiding something. As attraction becomes passion and passion becomes love, Parker is determined to protect Raine more and more. But can an honest man stop a psychotic one or will he lose when it matters most?

Catherine Anderson's Star Bright is one of those amazing books that grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go until the last page. As is typical of Ms. Anderson's books the characters are wonderful, a damaged yet strong heroine, a superb hero and his family are terrific. Even the bad guy is gripping in his evil intent. A most excellent read by this awesome writer.

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